Voting has begun across key Indian regions, with turnout gaining momentum in Assam while Kerala remains slightly behind in the current phase of elections. On Thursday, polling opened for high-stakes contests in Assam, Kerala and Puducherry, setting the tone for a competitive electoral round. The vote covers 126 seats in Assam, 140 in Kerala and 30 in Puducherry in this phase, with results due on May 4. By 1pm, voter turnout had reached 59.6 per cent in Assam, while Kerala recorded 47.3 per cent. Puducherry reported 56.8 per cent turnout, reflecting varied participation levels across regions.

Source: bd News24 April 09, 2026 15:55 UTC